A Holiday in Bali during Nyepi
18 Aug 2015Nyepi - Bali's "Day of Silence" Now flying into Bali on Nyepi Day is not up there with one of the smartest things I have done in my time. After spending time with a group of friends visiting the beautiful ginger organutans, in Borneo we flew into Denpassar, arriving at 7pm on the evening before shut...
Continue reading
The Popularity of APT European River Cruises
15 Jun 2015European river cruises continue to be popular with New Zealand travellers. One river cruise line that has made a significant impact on the New Zealand cruise market is APT (also known as APTouring or Australia Pacific Touring) with its APT and Travelmarvel cruise brands. An APT river cruise can be a...
Continue reading
Brazil Holidays – Experience A Zest for Life
10 May 2015by Fine Travel
Joie de vivre! This French phrase describes Brazil. Brazil is Exhilaration! Brazil is Happiness! Come to Brazil and get Excited about Life! Brazil is a country with many facets—beautiful scenery, beautiful people and beautiful beaches. The carioca spirit is spontaneous and friendly. Brazil urges one...
Continue reading
Holiday in Egypt…Land of the Pharaohs
6 May 2015by Fine Travel
Egypt. Land of Tutankhamun and Cleopatra, of the Nile, pyramids, opulent tombs and catacombs… If you are considering travel, consider this ancient and stunning land. Experience and cruise the Nile in luxury and comfort aboard a beautiful Nile cruiser, featuring spacious cabins, stylish bars, an arra...
Continue reading
A Truly Incredible Journey – The Blue Train
25 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Savour the moments…and savour the richness of ultimate luxury and personal service—The Blue Train. Allow South Africa’s beautiful and varied landscape to embroider lasting impressions on your memory. The amazing Blue Train actually is blue, and it’s an exquisite experience! The route between Pretori...
Continue reading
The Beauty and Excitement of Safari Holidays in Africa
22 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Sleep under the stars in a beautiful and intriguing national park! Luxuriate on secluded, pristine beaches! Relax in a private lodge in an unspoilt wilderness! “Where?” You ask. Africa. Does the name summon visions of wildlife safaris and exotic peoples? Masai Mara National Park is home to the colou...
Continue reading
Holiday in Peru, the Land of the Incas
13 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Visit Peru and take a step back in time. Each footfall resonates with the sounds of long ago. The Inca civilisation originated in the highlands of Peru in the early 13th century. Man’s oldest occupation in the America’s traces to the sacred City of Caral-Supe. The Inca Empire was the largest empire ...
Continue reading
Swan Hellenic Cruises
10 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Swan Hellenic has set the benchmark in ‘small ship’ discovery cruising. Founded back in 1954 by the Swan family when tough currency restrictions were in place in the UK the objective was to offer fully inclusive cruises to the Mediterranean and to have them accompanied by eminent guest speakers to t...
Continue reading
Windstar Cruises, Tiara and Ball Frock...Not Required
6 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Life as it should be ... As a seasoned traveller to Tahiti I wasn't sure if I would find too many surprises when I decided to treat my significant other to a trip on Windstar's 'Wind Spirit'. Not being too much of a "flop-&-dropper" I confess I did wonder if perhaps I would get restless on a 7 n...
Continue reading
Intoxicating Holiday in India
2 Apr 2015by Fine Travel
Wouldn’t it be fun to tread in the footsteps of Alexander the Great? See the Taj Mahal one of the Seven wonders of the World…up close and personal? One day, the majestic Himalaya; the next sun-washed beaches. India’s fascinating history, diverse culture and exceptional beauty will be forever etched ...
Continue reading
